Kana Kassa
Kirksville,MO
Summary
Dedicated pre-Med Biologist with a demonstrated experience in biological science research, laboratory experimentation, and healthcare service. Eager to equip myself with formal public health master's training to enhance my ability to address the health disparities and promote global health equity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Jimma University
Jimma, Ethiopia
10.2023 - Current
- Working on research on the Epidemiology of soil-transmitted helminths infection among adults in Eastern Ethiopia
- Contributing in data collection, analysis and manuscript preparation for publication.
Medical Assistant Intern
Dr. Mimi Orthodontics Clinic
Rockville, MD
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed patient appointments, insurances processing, and payment guidance for more than 30 patients a day as a medical assistant in a clinic, ensuring efficient scheduling and billing procedures
- Maintained stringent infection control as a lab technician, disinfecting instruments to uphold safety standards and prevent cross-contamination
- Aided patient’s diagnostic by recording patient consultation, administering orthodontic procedures, and conducting X-rays to aid diagnosis and treatment planning.
Founder and President of the Habesha Student Union
Truman State University Mail Room Service
, MO
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Established Habesha Student Union for the first time in my college to foster a sense of community among Ethiopian students.
- Organized cultural events to promote cultural exchanges and promote diversity.
- Facilitated networking opportunities and provided mentor-mentee program pairing to provide guidance for incoming new students.
Academic Peer Tutor
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Lead regular one-on-one office hours for peer-students to effectively assist in achieving their academic goals
- Met with students twice a week to provide personalized academic support to fellow students in specific subjects as an academic Peer Tutor.
AMSA Global Health Chair
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Led initiatives to create awareness about global health issues and organized events aimed at addressing global health disparities and promoting health equity
- Executed advertisements to recruit participants for a global health service-learning trip abroad.
Lab Monitor
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided assistance to facilitate service for end users
- Worked closely to oversee and enforce lab protocols.
Tel-Alumni Caller
Truman State University Advancement Office
Kirksville, MO
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Actively engaged with alumni and faculty via calls to update their information and notify about opportunities to support current and future students
- Effectively communicated with alumni to collect fundraisers and secure donations to strengthen the school’s resources.
Food Service Worker & Cashier
Sodexo Food Service
Kirksville, MO
08.2020 - 03.2023
- Managed cash registered responsibly and collaborated with team members to ensure efficient dinning facilities.
- Utilized role as a food service worker while pursuing academic studies, demonstrating strong customer service and time management to financially support myself throughout college.
Center for International students Admission Intern
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Formulated a platform to communicate with prospective students
- Successfully built productive relationships with 25 plus international students for a smooth process in joining the university
- Founded a new organization at the university to help enfold incoming students.
CURE researcher and BEER poster presenter
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed a thesis for research on the effect of curcumin on Cancer growth
- Held regular team meetings to cooperatively work and publish a scientific paper
- Successfully led award winning poster presentation at the BEER conference.
International Public Health Service-Learning Intern
Institute For International Medicine
Kansas City, MO
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted doctors by taking patients’ vitals such as temperature and oxygen level
- Provided direct and indirect nursing care to hospital patients during COVID
- Assisted doctors and nurses during minor surgeries in underserved communities.
Health, Wellness and Safety Associate Senator
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Worked closely with university administrator to present students concern on COVID-19
- Successfully advocated for policies that prioritize student health and safety while ensuring access to essential university resources
- Collaborated with senators to propagate vital information, support students with pandemic concerns, and amplify student voices for a resilient campus community during the unprecedented times.
Student Affairs Associate Senator
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Represented the student interests and advocated for campus improvements by addressing student’s concerns and initiating positive changes
- Served as a liaison between student body and the school’s administration to foster a vibrant community
- Successfully organized campus-wide student appreciation event.
Education
BS - Biology, Pre-Med
Truman State University
05-2024
Skills
- Advocacy
- Attention to Detail
- Administrative Support
- Healthcare Administration
- Collaboration
- Data Collection and analysis
- Fundraising
- Record keeping
- Research Skills
- R-language
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Statistical analysis
- Scientific writing
Voluntary activities
- YMCA community food distribution for people in need. (https://shorturl.at/qyLP1)
- Mathiwos Wondu Cancer society fundraiser. (https://mathiwos.org/)
- Ethiopian Diabetics Association event organizer. (https://www.ethiopiandiabetesassociation.org/)
- Nehemiah Autism Center volunteer care-giver. (https://www.facebook.com/NehemiahAutism/)
- Hibret Lebego Ethiopian Charity Association member and fundraiser. (https://shorturl.at/cxBJ0)
- GlobeMed Truman State chapter volunteer. (https://shorturl.at/hnFT5)
Affiliations
- President's List 2019 Truman State University.
- Dr. Robert & Harlene Balley Scholarship.
- Shirley Adams Memorial Scholarship.
- Peter & Mary Heinze Scholarship.
- International President's Honorary Scholarship.
- BEER 2021 Most relatable idea research award.
Timeline
Research Assistant
Jimma University
10.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant Intern
Dr. Mimi Orthodontics Clinic
10.2023 - 04.2024
Founder and President of the Habesha Student Union
Truman State University Mail Room Service
08.2022 - 08.2023
Academic Peer Tutor
Truman State University
05.2022 - 05.2023
Center for International students Admission Intern
Truman State University
05.2022 - 08.2022
AMSA Global Health Chair
Truman State University
01.2022 - 05.2023
Tel-Alumni Caller
Truman State University Advancement Office
09.2021 - 04.2023
CURE researcher and BEER poster presenter
Illinois State University
05.2021 - 11.2021
International Public Health Service-Learning Intern
Institute For International Medicine
04.2021 - 08.2021
Health, Wellness and Safety Associate Senator
Truman State University
01.2021 - 05.2021
Food Service Worker & Cashier
Sodexo Food Service
08.2020 - 03.2023
Lab Monitor
Truman State University
08.2020 - 05.2023
Student Affairs Associate Senator
Truman State University
04.2020 - 01.2021
BS - Biology, Pre-Med
Truman State University
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